
Cathedrals Of Spain
John A(Author)
Alpha Editions (Publisher)
Published on 21. July 2021
Book
Paperback/Softback
176 pages
978-93-5484-905-3 (ISBN)
Description
A beacon for curious travellers and thoughtful readers alike, Cathedrals Of Spain guides the eye through vaulted histories and living stone. A journey that is as much about the mind as the road, it blends travel literature with architectural history and critique in a way that feels intimate, exact, and inspiring.
This well-crafted study surveys spanish cathedral architecture from medieval to baroque, turning religious sites into a vibrant travelogue and architectural reference. Its clear prose reads as both guide and meditation-offering routes, insights, and critical reflections that appeal to the architecture student and the casual reader in equal measure. It is more than a travel planning reference; it is a map of influence-twentieth century Spain, European religious architecture, and the evolving languages of form.
Historically significant and richly human, the book preserves a moment when sacred spaces spoke with a regional voice and wider European dialogue. This edition treats the work as a living artefact, inviting new generations to consider how cathedrals shape place, memory, and modern life.
Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, Cathedrals Of Spain is restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint, it is a collector's item and a cultural treasure for both travel literature enthusiasts and scholarly bibliophiles-an essential addition for anyone exploring spanish cathedral routes, architectural travelogues, and the enduring drama of european religious architecture.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Delhi
India
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
265 gr
ISBN-13
978-93-5484-905-3 (9789354849053)
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